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New therapy dog joins rehabilitation team
While he may be known for his and friendly disposition, Winton has an important job to do: he helps patients reach their therapy goals during rehabilitation.
New dog park celebrates grand opening
The 10-acre dog park has to offer, including a one-acre area for small dogs, a two-acre open activity field, crushed stone walking trails through natural areas, a one-acre swimming pond with a dog beach and jumping dock, and a family restroom with a dog wash station.
State awards $1.9 million in training funds to West Michigan businesses
The awarded grants will help train, develop and retain up to 521 workers, including 104 new hires, 198 apprentices and 219 incumbent workers.
New partnership aims to lower employer costs, guide members to top-performing care
The program is also designed to help cover out-of-pocket costs for members who choose these providers and help employers lower healthcare costs while delivering a seamless member experience.
Ice cream shops serve up a scoop of prevention this summer
To help break the ice, participating locations will offer a branded ice cream scoop, while supplies last.
Partnership expands access to free prescription medications
35% of individuals who were uninsured reported not seeing a doctor or not taking prescribed medication due to cost in the past 12 months.
County officials urge heat safety during extreme temperatures
Officials are encouraging residents to take precautions to reduce the risk of heat-related illness in people and pets.
New support program for expectant mothers and infants opens July 1
Enrollment will open at 9 am on July 1, 2026. Eligible participants must be at least 16 weeks pregnant at enrollment, and newborns must be born on or after July 1, 2026.
Grand Explorers’ Trail Race returns
This unique trail race spans Grand River County Park and Grand Ravines County Park. Participants will experience scenic riverfront landscapes, wooded trails, and natural areas.
New concierge mental health service expands access to care
Services include guided navigation, therapy and counseling, psychiatric evaluation and medication management, crisis intervention, wellness coaching, and coordinated follow-up care.
Partnership creates region’s largest nonprofit home care provider
The West Michigan provider currently serves 2,800 patients across Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, and Ottawa counties.
First Ottawa County EMT class graduates
Due to strong interest in the program, Life EMS plans to host a second Ottawa County EMT class beginning in September.
Hospital adds next-generation robotic surgery technology
The versatile platform will be utilized across a range of minimally invasive specialties, including bariatric, general, gynecological, and urological.
Entrepreneur honored for advancing accessibility and inclusion
What began as a personal challenge evolved into a broader mission centered on accessibility, independence, and inclusion.
MiCareerQuest brings high-demand careers to life for thousands of students
The annual career exploration event featured 309 professions showcased through 113 interactive exhibits led by 103 employers and educators. More than 8,100 students from 92 schools and homeschool groups across seven West Michigan counties participated in the event.
Rehabilitation provider opens new location
The outpatient center is designed to support patients at every stage of recovery through personalized, goal-oriented therapy delivered by a multidisciplinary care team.
Cancer center to undergo $22.7 million update
The project will ensure that the center remains a state-of-the-art facility, using the best treatments available to help patients and families at every stage of their cancer journey.
Program that supports families during pregnancy and infancy expands
Families living in Rx Kids communities receive a one-time $1,500 payment during mid-pregnancy and $500 per month during infancy.
New lifestyle‑focused primary care clinic for older adults opens
A new kind of primary care clinic for seniors is opening its doors in Grand Rapids with a mission to help older adults live longer and better.
Hospital celebrates first-ever nursing scholarship recipients
The Nursing Scholars program was designed to remove financial barriers for aspiring nurses while creating a direct pipeline for talent to remain in the community.
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